HOW’S OUR OLD NISSAN LEAF DOING? LET'S TALK BATTERY HEALTH, RUNNING COSTS, FAILED WASHER PUMP & MORE

EV Channels Review

This video provides a comprehensive update on a 7-year-old Nissan Leaf, focusing on battery health, running costs, and common maintenance issues. The reviewer highlights that despite losing one battery bar (indicating around 85% state of health), the car remains highly usable and incredibly cheap to run, costing approximately 2 pence per mile. Expert insights from Dr. Euan McTurk clarify that the Leaf's battery management system can be easily tricked by rapid charging, and the lost bar doesn't necessarily mean a significant loss in real-world capacity. The reviewer also details practical fixes for a failed washer pump and a headlight bulb, saving considerable money compared to dealership repairs. While praising the Leaf's practicality for short journeys and its low running costs, the reviewer notes the poor audio quality and lack of reversing sensors on the Acenta trim as drawbacks. Overall, the video strongly advocates for used EVs like the Leaf as an accessible entry point into electric vehicle ownership.